Rania R.a. Abushamala
04 February 2024•Update: 04 February 2024
ISTANBUL
The US Central Command, or CENTCOM, announced Saturday that it targeted six Houthi anti-ship cruise missiles intended for launch from Yemen toward the Red Sea.
“On Feb. 3, at approximately 7:20 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command forces conducted strikes in self-defense against six Houthi anti-ship cruise missiles prepared to launch against ships in the Red Sea,” CENTCOM wrote on X.
“U.S. forces identified the cruise missiles in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and determined they presented an imminent threat to U.S. Navy ships and merchant vessels in the region
“This action will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels,” it said.
There has been no comment from the Houthis.
